Chinese low cabinet made entirely out of beautiful light color hardwood, possible Huali, the two doors are carved with a raised floral design in the center surrounded by a raised key fret motif, hardware is made of brass, the interior has one shelf, very solid, early/mid 20th century.
Size: 32" high x 40" wide x 18" deep.
Pair Chinese Bamboo small Chairs, Ca. early 1900's, 30" high-back, 15 1/2" high-seat, 15 1/2" wide, 15 1/2" deep-from front to back side, with separation on bamboo with old repair used metal ring to hold bamboo together, and the back has some missing pieces of bamboo.
Chinese Wood small square table with one(1) drawer has embossed floral design brass handle, 14 3/4" high, 12 1/4" square top, mid 1900's, with honey color brown finish. There are some separation in wood between dovetail joint, top has opening gap between molding and top surface area.
Chinese Agate Carving with cream and orange colored stone of a citron and a scrolling tendril wrapped around it, carved from a triangular piece of pebble.20th century, Size: 2.5" Long x 1" Wide
Lovely cream and orange colored toggle carving with an interesting triangular shape of a pair of monkeys clinging to peaches attached by a branch and leaves with hole for a toggle string. Size: 1.5" Long x 1.25" High
DESCRIPTION: A Chinese scholar's wrist rest crafted from reddish-brown bamboo, the surface covered with fifteen lines of finely carved, raised calligraphy citing a 1962 poem by Mao Zedong. Excellent condition. DIMENSIONS: 11" long (28 cm) x 3" wide (7.6 cm).
Height approximately 21.5 cm. In good condition.
A four character calligraphy piece attributed to Liu Bingsen (1937-2005). Liu Bingsen was noted for his contemporary interpretations and styles in Chinese calligraphy. Though the subject is fitting for a literati scholar, the work appeared to be used for a communist party publication. Age: Late 20th century Size: Width 25.5" height 19.5"
A simple line drawing of the portrait of the founder of the Chinese communist party, Mao Zedong. The work is attributed to an artist named Li Qi (1928-2009). Li Qi is known for composing portraits of important political figures in China and developing his distinct style within Modern Chinese art. Age: 1960-1970. Size: Height 25.5" Width 19.5"
A large Chinese porcelain communist badge depicting Mao Zhedong, the father of Chinese communism. The back of the badge has a date of 1968, the years when China was going through social policy changes. The photo is showing Mao during his campaigns in the Shangxi region. Age: 1968 Size: Diameter 4.3" Height 1.2"
This Chinese hair comb was hand carved from a beautifully "grained" translucent animal horn.
Obtained from an ethnic minority person, the pair of ducks carved into the handle were commonly used by mainstream Han Chinese as a symbol of a long and happy marriage. Items with this symbol would often be gifted for an anniversary.
Brass toggle of equestrian monkey; the homophony of the expression "mashang fenghu" helps a civil servant to be promoted faster.
Good condition, partially oxidised (see pix). H: 4,5 cms. TCT 244 (see Bibliography)
Brass toggle of a horse; very good condition (see pix). L: 5 cms. TCT 244 (see Bibliography)
A small Chinese inkstone carved from a Duan like stone. The inkstone is carved to portray a landscape view with the basin area of the stone to form a pond or lake. Often Chinese inkstones will allude to literary themes for scholars to enjoy.
Age: 20th century Size: length 2.6" width 2.2" height 0.8"
Traditional tobacco box made from water-buffalo horn used by the minorities in the south of China (Dong, Miao, Yao...).
It usually has 2 compartments, a big one for tobacco leaves, a small one for the tow.
Beautiful nature inspired carving.
Very good condition, old local reparation at the bottom (see pix) , beautiful patina due to great age and fair wear and tear. South China. H: 8 cms
Brass toggle of a monkey; expresses the wish for high office.
Good patina, very good condition. H: 3,5 cms. TCT 244 (see Bibliography)
Chinese hardwood Abacus, natural finish color, 1 1/4" high, 11 1/2" x 4 1/4" wide, numbers in Chinese Character in red in front and very large sign of the some Liquor store name in the back, the dovetail or butterfly joint work between back and the side frame, it is in good condition, no damage.
Chinese Scholar Yixing Pottery Teapot Marked & Signed
Description & Size: 6.98 x 13.33 x 8.89 cm (2.75" x 5.25" x 3.5") height & wide with & without spout & handle
Weight: 187 gram (6.59 oz)
Age: Early 20th Century'; Production: Handcrafted
This Chinese yixing pottery teapot is handcrafted with a uniquely bubble mounted spout with multiple holes (7) & a purple & brownish patina. It comes with a decorative lid with original string attached...
A beautiful late 19th/20th C. Chinese famille rose porcelain jar in excellent condition. H:14cm Sold
Chinese Yixing GONG GEK marked Pottery Teapot
Description & Size: 19.05 x 13.33 cm (7.5" x 5.25") height with & without handle 22.86 x 16.51 cm (9" x 6.5") wide with & without spout
Age: 1920'; Material: Pottery Clay & Brass; Production: Handcrafted
This is a beautiful and handcrafted Chinese yixing "GONG GEK" pottery teapot made for the kingdom of "Siam" or formerly known as Thailand...
Wonderful Chinese hardwood burl brush pot, nice striations and knots, beautiful reddish brown color, Republic Period.
Size: 5 1/4" high x 4 1/2" wide.
A Chinese hanging scroll depicting a pair of golden pheasant like birds flying above a group of flowers including peonies and orchids. The work contains the signature of Yu Xing. The work was done possibly around the mid 20th century or later. Age: 20th century Size: 78" long 28" wide
Chinese Yixing SI TING SHAPE Teapot c1980'
Description & Size: (4.25" x 5.2" x 3.5") height & wide with & without spout & handle
Weight: 157 gram ; Age: c1980'; Material: Purple Clay Pottery; Production: Handcrafted; Original: Vintage
This Chinese yixing teapot was handcrafted in 80' but has a nice old shape with a patina purple clay color. It's in excellent condition with the imprint of the artist signature "Ding Shan Ren".
Chinese Yixing GONG JI Bell Shaped Teapot
Description & Size: 8.89 x 12.06 x 8.89 cm (3.5" x 4.75" x 3.5") height & wide with & without spout & handle
Weight: 175 gram (6.1 oz); Age: c1980'; Material: Pottery; Production: Handcrafted; Original: Vintage
This is a nice Chinese yixing bell shape marked GONG JI teapot. The teapot has a nice patina of light brown earthen clay. The condition is excellent & it's signed on the bottom.
Angel Skin Coral Stick Pin with gilded metal mount, 3/8" diameter for round Coral, 2 1/2" long for entire stick pin. It is in good condition.
Chinese Famille Rose Kwan Yin Buddha Marked, Circa 1960's
It is 23.7 inches (60.5 cm) tall by 7.05 inches (18 cm) wide. It weighs 10.4 Lb.
It has missing beads at necklace, manufacture defect of skip glazes, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Diameter approximately 20 cm (tipspout to handle). Height approximately 12.5 cm. It has few chips. In good condition.
Length approximately 18 cm (tipspout to handle). Height approximately 9.5 cm. It has few chips. In good condition.
Length approximately 13.5 cm (handle to handle). Height approximately 9 cm. A chip at the cover. In good condition.
Length approximately 16 cm (tipspout to handle). Height approximately 9 cm. A chip at the cover. A chip at the spout. In good condition.
Height approximately 16.5 cm. In good condition.
An interesting square porcelain brush pot with a long inscription of the Chu Shi Biao composed by the 3rd century strategist, Zhuge Liang. The inscription makes the argument that the state of Shu Han must fight against Cao Wei. The calligrapher at the end signs and dates the piece: The 23rd Year of Kangxi, (inscribed by) Wen Fang. Size: Length 6.25" Width 6.2" Height 8"
Length approximately 22.5 cm. Height approximately 20 cm. A chip, a dent at the cover. New patina added. In good condition.
Chinese Ceramic seated Duck, before 1920, 1 7/8" high, 2" x 1" wide, with original imperfection, no damage.
A pair of Chinese semi precious stone crafted into a small magnolia tree. The tree is planted in a Chinese cloisonne pot. The container's body has a lovely blue background with abstracted lotus design, old gilt on edges. The entire tree is crafted as if an actual plant is planted in the pots.The cloisonne appears to be late 19th century. The semiprecious stones are of a later vintage. Age: Republic Period
Size: Length 17.5" Width 7" Height 14"
Chinese Openwork 22K Gold Gems-Inlaid Ornament Marked, Early 20th Century
It is 3.8 inches (9.65cm) in length by 1.8 inches (4.6m cm) wide. It weighs 31.3 gram.
It is in good condition with no repairs, dents, cracks or chips.
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